WELCOME to the Hollywood Networking Breakfast®

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We are proud to announce that the Hollywood Networking Breakfast® has been named The Best Networking Event in L.A. by Backstage West, in its “Best in L.A.” issue.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This breakfast is open to professionals in the entertainment industry. To attend the Hollywood Networking Breakfast®, you should be directly involved in the entertainment industry as an executive, representative (agent, attorney, manager), financier, talent (writer, producer, director, performer, etc.), service provider or have a legitimate career or employment opportunity for attendees. HOWEVER, a limited number of aspiring talent is allowed to attend.

We are committed to maintaining a professional environment of a diverse group of attendees, representing a broad spectrum of the entertainment industry. To honor this commitment and to generate the most rewarding networking experience, we will limit the number of attendees per category.

Confirmed Reservations: YOUR CASHED CHECK IS YOUR CONFIRMATION. HOWEVER, IF YOUR CHECK DOES NOT APPEAR TO HAVE BEEN CASHED BY THE DAY BEFORE THE EVENT, CALL TO SEE IF IT HAS BEEN RECEIVED AND/OR DEPOSITED. Most likely you are included on the reservations list and in the attendance count(even if the transaction does not appear on your account at the time). So if in doubt, CALL to confirm that you are on the attendee list. We do not mail tickets, email or call you to confirm receipt of your check. Click here to read more on reservation policies.

HISTORY

Sandra greets a guest.

The Hollywood Networking Breakfast® (aka: The Hollywood Breakfast®), is a fun, very popular monthly event, which has proven to be an exceptional and crucial networking vehicle for entertainment industry professionals and aspirants. The event attracts multicultural creative and production talent from the film, television and music industries.

The first monthly networking studio event of its kind, the Breakfast has proudly served as the blueprint for all other subsequent similar industry events. We are proud to announce that the Hollywood Networking Breakfast® has been named The Best Networking Event in L.A. by Backstage West, in its “Best in L.A.” issue.

The Breakfast has provided attendees with access to some of Hollywood's most powerful players and has facilitated numerous collaborations and employment opportunities.

Breakfast Attendees

The breakfast averages between 100 and 250 people every month, depending on the speaker, and usually attracts a diverse group of writers, producers, directors, development/production execs, talent representatives, casting directors, entertainment attorneys, financiers, actors and others at various levels of experience and achievement.

This innovative program is the brainchild of strategist and Changing Images In America founder, Sandra Lord, who created the event in 1993 on the Paramount Studios lot. Ms. Lord initially introduced and produced the event under the auspices of Women in Film, but now produces the event in Los Angeles to benefit Changing Images in America (Chia). Lord produces the event outside Los Angeles through her Hollywood Global Entertainment Network (HGEN).

For over 16 years, the Hollywood Networking Breakfast has featured an impressive list of top Hollywood players and professionals. Past speakers include Academy Award®, Emmy Award®, Golden Globe, Directors Guild and Peabody Award winning and nominated producers, directors, writers, and others. Our esteemed list includes, Ron Meyer, Paula Wagner, John Singleton, Laura Ziskin, Tom Ortenberg, Craig Zadan & Neil Meron, Stan Lee, Reuben Cannon, Greg Berlanti, David Nevins, Anthony Zuiker, David E. Kelley, Garry Marshall, Penny Marshall, Wes Craven, Lynda Obst, Dayna Kalins Bochco, Marty Katz, Mike Medavoy, Ron Schwary, Ashok Amritraj, Kevin Hooks, James Burrows, Phil Rosenthal, Peter Block, Jeremy Zimmer, Simon Kinberg, Henry Winkler, George Tillman & Bob Teitel, Paris Barclay, Moctezuma Esparza, Mario Van Peebles, among many others. This is a FUN, inspiring event. Guest speakers have such a great time, that some have spoken more than once! (see Past Speakers)

PAST SPEAKERS
TOP: (l-r) James Burrows, David E. Kelley, Wes Craven
BOTTOM: (l-r) Henry Winkler, Garry Marshall, Tom Arnold

The Hollywood Networking Breakfast®; remains one of the most popular events in town and continues to grow every year. As a special treat, everyone gets 15 seconds to introduce themselves to the room. This is a popular, but optional feature. Be prepared. Networking concludes the morning’s activities, so be sure to bring business cards and a notepad.
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GENERAL INFORMATION

The Hollywood Networking Breakfast® in Los Angeles is held on the last (not the 4th) Thursday of every month, except for the months of November and December (TBA).

In 2008, the event in Los Angeles moved to the Beverly Hills Country Club, (see Location).

Guests check in.

Check-in starts at 7:20 A.M. The breakfast begins at 8:00 A.M. and lasts until approximately 10:30 A.M. At the Beverly Hills Country Club, parking is available, free of charge, in the back lot, located on Patricia, behind the tennis courts; valet parking is available for $4.00. There is NO PARKING permitted on the residential side of the street at any time in accordance with Zoning Regulation Z.A.I. 1469.
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BREAKFAST GUIDELINES

If you plan to attend the Hollywood Networking Breakfast® in Los Angeles, California, please see Guidelines to read the guidelines and policies.
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